November in San José brings very high temperatures, with daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights around 21°C (70°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 92 mm (3.6 in), so pack an umbrella.
For San José itself, February generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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Find out more about the weather in Guatemala and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Guatemala in November →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in November. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
See the full San José climate overview or explore weather in Guatemala.
Where to go in November - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Flores
30°C (86°F) Rio Dulce Town
29°C (84°F) Guatemala City
26°C (79°F) Antigua Guatemala25°C (77°F) Cobán24°C (75°F) Panajachel22°C (72°F) Quetzaltenango22°C (72°F) Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
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